Alright, let’s talk about vaginal douching. So, there are various treatments for gynecological issues, including medicine, surgery, and physical therapies. And one of these physical treatments is vaginal douching. Now, when do we use it? Well, a healthy vagina doesn’t really need douching for prevention. It’s more of a therapeutic thing for specific conditions.

You see, too much douching with just water or solutions can mess up the natural balance down there and make infections more likely. But there are times when vaginal douching is necessary, like for cleansing. This is usually for getting rid of excess and smelly stuff caused by vaginal or cervical diseases. For this, you can use warm water, lactic acid solution, or sodium bicarbonate solution.

But hold up, using sodium bicarbonate can mess with the vagina’s acidity, so it’s a bit of a trade-off. For infections or surgical wounds, you’d want to go for antiseptic washes with stuff like Hibitan, potassium permanganate, or benzydamine hydrochloride.

Now, if you’re dealing with recurrent infections, doing a vaginal wash once a month might help. Back in the day, people used douches for birth control or to try to get pregnant, depending on the solution used. Some made it harder for sperm to move, others made it easier.

For inflammation or pain in the fallopian tubes or ovaries, a warm water wash around 40 degrees Celsius can help increase blood flow and ease the discomfort.

But here’s the thing, you’ve got to be careful with what you’re using to douche. If the solution is too strong, it could seriously burn your lady parts. So, it’s safer to go for ready-made solutions from the pharmacy.

Now, how do you actually do a vaginal wash? Well, the best position is lying down, either on a bed or a gynecological chair. You can also do it standing up if you prefer. You’ll need something to apply the solution with, like a rubber bulb or a container connected to a special tip. Insert the tip into the upper part of your vagina and let the solution flow in slowly. If you’re cleaning, don’t let it drain out too quickly. Hold it in for a bit to make sure it gets everywhere it needs to.

Rubber bulbs usually hold about 300 ml of liquid, but before you use them, make sure to get rid of any air inside. Otherwise, you could end up with a serious problem called an air embolism, especially if you’re pregnant or on your period.

So, that’s the lowdown on vaginal douching. It can be helpful in certain situations, but you’ve got to know what you’re doing to avoid any complications.